
INSTALLATION &
OPERATION MANUAL
VCH SERIES COOK & HOLD OVENS
MODELS
VCH5 (R) ML-126339
VCH8 (R) ML-126340
VCH16 (R) ML-126341
VCH88 (R) ML-126342
In U.S.A.:
VULCAN-HART COMPANY
P.O. BOX 696
LOUISVILLE, KY
40201-0696
TEL.: 502-778-2791
F31076A (399) PRINTED IN U.S.A.
VCH16
In Canada:
HOBART FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP CANADA
190 RAILSIDE ROAD
NORTH YORK, ONTARIO
M3A 1B1
TEL.: 1-800-444-4764

TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL ............................................................................................................................................. 3
INSTALLATION.................................................................................................................................... 4
Unpacking................................................................................................................................. 4
Location .................................................................................................................................... 4
Installation Codes and Standard............................................................................................. 4
Electrical Connections ............................................................................................................. 5
Wiring Diagrams....................................................................................................................... 6
OPERATION ...................................................................................................................................... 11
Controls .................................................................................................................................. 1 1
Before First Use ..................................................................................................................... 12
Operating Oven...................................................................................................................... 12
Cooking Guidelines................................................................................................................ 13
Cleaning.................................................................................................................................. 14
MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................. 15
Service and Parts Information............................................................................................... 15
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE .......................................................................................................... 15
© VULCAN-HART COMPANY, 1998
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Installation, Operation and Care of
MODEL VCH SERIES COOK AND HOLD OVENS
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE
GENERAL
Vulcan-Hart Cook and Hold Ovens are produced with quality workmanship and material. Proper
installation, usage, and maintenance of your oven will result in many years of satisfactory performance.
It is suggested that you thoroughly read this entire manual and carefully follow all of the instructions
provided.
VCH Cook and Hold Ovens slow cook and roast meats, seafood, poultry, and vegetables at low
temperature. This minimizes food shrinkage and foods retain more of their natural flavor and moisture.
In addition to roasting meats, maximum roasting temperatures of 350°F (177°C) enables the oven to
bake bread products.
After slow cooking, the oven automatically switches to a lower temperature suitable for holding food
without further cooking.
Each oven accommodates both standard size sheet trays or standard size 12x20x2
(305x508x64 mm) pans.
Model Pan/Tray Size Capacity
VCH5 (5)18x26" (457x660 mm) trays 80 lb. 353⁄4"35
(10)12x20" (305x508 mm) pans (36 kg) (908 mm) (902 mm) (638 mm)
VCH8 (8)18x26" (457x660 mm) trays 120 lb. 441⁄2"35
(16)12x20" (305x508 mm) pans (54 kg) (1130 mm) (902 mm) (638 mm)
VCH16 (16)18x26" (457x660 mm) trays 240 lb. 723⁄4"35
(32)12x20" (305x508 mm) pans (109 kg) (1848 mm) (902 cm) (638 mm)
VCH88 (16)18x26" (457x660 mm) trays 240 lb. 83" 351⁄2"25
(2)(32)12x20" (305x508 mm) pans (109 kg) (2108 mm) (902 mm) (638 mm)
Body Dimensions
High Deep Wide
1
⁄2"25
1
⁄2"25
1
⁄2"25
1
⁄8"
1
⁄8"
1
⁄8"
1
⁄8"
1
⁄2"
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INSTALLATION
Before installing, verify that the electrical service agrees with the specifications on the rating plate
located on the lower rear left corner. If the supply and equipment requirements do not agree, do not
proceed with the installation. Contact your dealer or Hobart Food Equipment Group Canada immediately.
UNPACKING
This oven was inspected before leaving the factory. The transportation company assumes full
responsibility for safe delivery upon acceptance of the shipment. Immediately after unpacking, check
for possible shipping damage to the oven. If the oven is found to be damaged, save the packaging
material and contact the carrier within 7 days of delivery.
Carefully unpack oven and place in a work-accessible area as near to its final installed position as
possible.
1. Remove cardboard carton and plastic bag covering the carton.
2. Carefully lift cabinet off carton bottom and place it on the floor.
3. Open oven door and remove any packaging materials used to hold tray slides in place.
LOCATION
For efficient oven operation, choose a location that will provide easy loading and unloading without
interfering with the final assembly of food orders.
The installation location must allow adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation.
• Provide at least 6" (152 mm) at the sides to allow proper air circulation around the oven.
• Allow a minimum of 36" (914 mm) at the front of the oven.
INSTALLATION CODES AND STANDARDS
The oven must be installed in accordance with:
In the United States of America:
1. State and local codes.
2. National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA-70 (latest edition). Copies may be obtained from The
National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
In Canada:
1. Local codes.
2. Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1 (latest edition). Copies may be obtained from The
Canadian Standard Association, 178 Rexdale Blvd., Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
WARNING: ELECTRICAL AND GROUNDING CONNECTIONS MUST COMPLY WITH THE
APPLICABLE PORTIONS OF THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE AND/OR OTHER LOCAL
ELECTRICAL CODES.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE IS EQUIPPED WITH A FLEXIBLE ELECTRIC SUPPLY CORD
PROVIDED WITH A THREE-PRONG GROUNDING PLUG. THIS PLUG MUST BE CONNECTED
INTO A PROPERLY GROUNDED THREE-PRONG RECEPTACLE. IF THE RECEPTACLE IS NOT
THE PROPER GROUNDING TYPE, CONTACT AN ELECTRICIAN. DO NOT REMOVE THE
GROUNDING PRONG FROM THIS PLUG.
Refer to wiring diagrams in this manual (see pages 6-10).
Vulcan-Hart cook and Hold ovens can be factory wired for 120, 208, 220, or 240 volts AC, single or three
phase, 50 or 60 cycle service.
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